Vol 2 - September 2010

INDY DOG & DISC CLUB
NEWSLETTER
“Where Having Fun Is More Important Than Winning”
September, 2010
~ 2000 – Celebrating our 10th Anniversary – 2010 ~
Volume 2
Board of Directors:
President
Rick Kimball
Treasurer
Don Lang
Secretary
Sharon Galema
Membership Director /
Newsletter Editor
Patricia Daugherty
Performance/Show Director
Rick Kimball
Merchandise Directors
Curtis Daugherty
Event Coordinators
Carol Herbertz
Sheridan Gilchrist
Animal Welfare Advocate
Mary Jo Corso
Webmaster
Danny Eggleston
Sponsorship Directors
Amy & Dan Mazzio
Promotions Director
Mandy Spady
Past Presidents
Ron King (2000-2007)
Chip Hershey (2008-2009)
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Newsletter Staff:
Editor
Patricia Daugherty
Graphic Design
Sharon Galema
Photographers
Marshall Smith
Mary Jo Corso
Story Inside...
Photos by Mary Jo Corso
IDDC holds one of her biggest competitions of the year, The Indiana Disc Dog Classic on June 26th and the Indy Jam on June 27th.
The Classic is a UFO qualifier and the Indy Jam is IDDC’s “let your hair down fun day”. It is also governed by UFO rules. It all
happened at Holland Park in Fishers, Indiana and it runs side by side with the hugely popular Fisher’s Freedom Festival.
This year marked a decade that IDDC has intertwined with the Fisher Freedom Festival and held a major disc dog competition. I have
had the joy of participating and competing in 7 of those 10 years. They were all wonderful experiences. The Classic holds a very
special meaning for me. Five years ago Curt and I rescued our now 5 year old Lab, Rocky, at this competition. Rocky aka the
(Labranator) won our hearts and a place in our family circle on that very special weekend.
This years competition was one the most challenging weather-wise and motion on foot wise. Mother Nature ushered in a scorcher of a
weekend and the disc dog community rallied. The conditions were a legitimate license to be surly, grouchy and not even show up.
But if you would have stumbled into The CLASSIC’s disc dog camp you would have found a bevy of pop-ups and nothing but
camaraderie, high-spiritedness, friendliness, and a never waning desire to help. And what devoted fans we had this year. On
Saturday, one very hot and humid Indiana day, the bleachers were full all day (5 hours) long. The fans supported us by clapping,
cheering, ooohing and aahing while the sun beat down on their heads and the humidity zapped life’s fluid from their bodies. We all
were so grateful for their support. And our dogs – Our heroes!!! They displayed, as always, such devotion and a desire to give us
their all. Man and beast. What a magic combo that can be!!!!!! The baby pool and garden hose for the dogs ran all day long.
I must say that I have found a surreal reverence for golf carts!!!!! What a beautiful little invention they are. Golf carts were provided
by the Fisher Freedom Festival committee for the competition. Many competitors took advantage of this service. It made the hot trip
to the bathroom a lot easier to bear. IDDC members Don Lang and Curt Daugherty were the golf cart drivers. They covered a lot of
real estate chaperoning competitors to and fro. Thanks Don and Curt!!!!!
On Sunday, IDDC held her own competition…the Indy Jam. The day was governed by UFO rules. The heat was waiting for us. The
competitors answered her with an “in your face” day of fun, high scores and just plain disc dog high jinx.
Rick Kimball was again this year’s host for The Classic. Rick always gives a 100% effort. He piles a lot on his IDDC plate so her
members and her disc dog friends can compete. THANK YOU Rick and your crew for all you do for the disc dog community and for
IDDC.
Results on Page 10.
Patricia Daugherty
Acrobatics
of the Game
Isometrics
Photos by Marshall Smith
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MEET THE LANGS
It was 10:00 a.m. on a Tuesday and I had just called Don and Alice Lang. For a long time I
have wanted to write an article about these longtime, devoted IDDC club members. Alice
answered the phone. After a few minutes into our conversation, I finally got to the
purpose of my call. I wanted to make a date to interview the Langs for an upcoming
newsletter article. After Alice gave me her consent to do the article, I asked her, “Alice
when would be a good time to come over and interview you and Don?” She went to her
calendar and said: “Well not today or tomorrow we are busy the whole day. And I see
that Thursday thru Sunday is filled with commitments too. How about 10:00 a.m. on
Monday. We are free in the morning.” Great I said. See you then. And so it goes for this
busy retired couple.
We work and play along side our fellow club members but do we really know who
they are; especially those who have been active members for many years. If we could
peel away the many surfaces we would find some interesting and admirable treasures
within these people. Don and Alice Lang are just such people. Before retirement the
Langs kept a busy lifestyle holding down demanding jobs and raising three active
daughters. Alice is a Licensed Practical Nurse…LPN, and a licensed Real Estate
Broker. Don is a Structural Steel Detailer. A detailer produces detailed shop
drawings from building plans for steel fabricators. These drawing are used for the
manufacture of steel members (steel columns, braces, trusses etc) used in the
construction of buildings, bridges etc. Don also was a long time co-owner of Quality
Engineering Service.
Now into retirement, this vibrant septuagenarian couple still leaves no moss growing
under foot. Don and Alice live every moment with a lust for life and a desire to make a difference for man and beast. They have an
impressive volunteer and social calendar. The Langs view volunteering as a twofold reward. It keeps them active and it is a fulfilling
venture. You only have to meet Don and Alice once and you feel their energy. It is infectious, especially to those people and animals
who are the benefactors of their helping hand. Alice and Don are a good team in all they do. And just what is ALL?
The Langs have been Indy Dog and Disc Club members since 2003 and active board members since December 2004. They take, as
in everything they do, their board commitment seriously and this is especially commendable because their life outside IDDC is very
full and all they do for the club is on a volunteer basis. Don has been our club’s treasurer for many years. A few years ago Alice took
on duties as the Volunteer Bucks coordinator. She does an excellent job. They are two of the vital members who give IDDC many
hours of behind the scenes help. The Langs are a big portion in the glue pot that holds the Indy Dog and Disc Club together. Don
does a wonderful job as the overseer of the club’s finances and revenue. He keeps accurate and up-to-date records and is a dream to
work along side. IDDC always knows where we are financially with Don at the helm. Alice is indispensable and very dependable at
IDDC registration. She runs an efficient give away table. She sees that the competitors receive all those neat and free discs, shirts and
what ever else is given away at registration. When your eyes scan her table it is laid out like a display at Macy’s. This is a classy lady
indeed. Alice’s huge contribution enhances the ongoing quest to make the registration experience go smoothly for our competitors.
In June 2006, at a club demo at the Indiana State Museum, Don and Shelby surprised everyone when they stepped into the arena and
performed their first ever freestyle routine. Alice didn’t even know Don was entertaining thoughts of putting a freestyle routine
together. She was just as surprised and pleased as the rest of us. Don and Shelby blew us all away with their performance. Later that
day Don performed with Lily and gave us another fantastic routine. This team hasn’t looked back since. He and Lily took 1st place in
Novice Freestyle at the 2007 IDDHA World Championships in Fishers, IN. Since then, this winning team has taken home many top
place awards in freestyle and D/A. With all that Don crams into his day, how he finds the energy and time to take on Freestyle and all
the practice it demands is a mystery. But we are all the better for it.
Don is course marshal for the Indianapolis Marathon every October. This entails overseeing and participating in handing out water
and food to the competitors.
He regularly assists residents in outings at Westminster Village retirement community.
He is also treasurer of his Kiwanis Club. He and Alice always volunteer for the wide variety of community service projects.
Twice a month Don and fellow Kiwanis members trek to Conseco fieldhouse to sell items at the Fever games and various
entertainment programs to help with the club’s financial status.
Once a month, Don and Alice participate in the Pet Therapy program at Wishard Hospital’s Mental Health Clinic. They attend a
group therapy session with their Aussie’s Shelby and Lily. This gives many patients the lift they need to cope.
They are both volunteer members of the IDDC board. The only thing Alice doesn’t help with is the manual labor set up and tear
downs at our Events. She has had several back surgeries. But her life long partner is always there to lend a hand with this task. Don
and Alice are one of the first IDDC volunteers to always step up and help.
Once a year, Don helps conduct a Bicycle Safety Workshop for children in the Lawrence, Indiana area.
Alice and Don together bi-monthly help prepare and serve meals at Ronald McDonald House.
They operate the Parent Comfort Cart at Riley Hospital. This cart supplies personal items for parents who are staying at the hospital
with their sick children. This is a great aid for the distraught parents. Don goes 4 times a month and Alice volunteers bi-monthly.
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Every Thursday Alice takes their dog Shelby to Pet Therapy (through Indianapolis Obedience Training Club) at Community Hospital
East. Along with other IOTC club members Alice and Shelby visit patients on 4 floors of the hospital. Sometimes Don and Lily join
in on these weekly morale boosters for the hospital patients.
Since 2002, the Langs have volunteered at Animal Care & Control on a regular basis. They clean cages, walk dogs, do laundry and
work with people wanting to adopt. They help evaluate and match the people with the dog. I asked this amazing couple why they
volunteer at the animal shelter. With a warm smile across their faces, they softly stated, “It is so rewarding to see a doomed, down
trodden dog, especially one who has endured the shelter for a long time, finally become rescued and heading for a good home. It’s the
ultimate joy! They told me of a lady that they will never forget. She was devastated by the loss of her dog. She made the long trip to
the shelter every Saturday for over two months to see if we had found her beloved companion. It was heart wrenching to see the pain
on her face every week because we had to tell her no. Finally we suggested that maybe she should adopt another dog. I have just the
dog for you, Alice told her. The lady immediately fell in love with this poor little waif and another dog was rescued and a human
being found a way to cope with deep sorrow. This writer has inducted the Langs into the “Christina Curtis Touched By An Angel
Society.” I like to equate those who reach out to help others as bright candles in the dark corners of one’s life. I am proud to have
introduced you to two of the brightest candles around…..Don and Alice Lang.
It is not all work for this dynamic duo. Don and Alice have always found time to play. They are world travelers who, over the years,
have enjoyed visiting many countries and states. They manage to also enjoy the social aspects of volunteering. They have made
many dear friends along the helping hand highway. And they always revel in time spent with their 3 daughters, 7 grandchildren, 4
great-grandchildren, 2 dogs and 1cat.
In this stage of their lives Don and Alice’s could, “rest on their laurels” as the saying goes. They have certainly earned that privilege.
Aren’t we a lucky world because this endearing couple chooses instead to reach out a continuous helping hand to mankind? And
IDDC has them right in her own backyard!!!
By Patricia Daugherty
Photos Mary Jo Corso
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OUTSIDE THE COMPETITION ARENA
Let me introduce you to a not widely known fact that showcases the sport of disc dogging, and
one team who is new to this showcasing genre. There is a long list of competitive disc dog teams who
take their talents away from the competition field and into the community for a variety of reasons.
Mingling with the masses introduces the sport to a broader scope of the populace. It also helps bring in
financial aid for animal shelters and rescue fund raisers. It can also be a personal added income. An
entertainment venue for the sake of just entertaining is often the road freestyle teams like to take.
There is a disc dog team who recently found themselves outside the competition arena and into the
entertainment ring for the first time. I am speaking of IDDC member Deneane Hart and her freestyle
team…..Ares, Aison and Dakota. The team hails from Southfield, Michigan. This summer Deneane was asked by her group manager
to perform at their company picnic. Deneane is a 1989 Electical Engineer graduate who works for General Motors in the Powertrain
Service Engineering Group at the Milford Proving Grounds. So I am thinking her audience might be a group of fellow endearing
eggheads. Pencils, computers, decimals and grids are their forte. I’m thinking, maybe, a hard audience to win over. Deneane states:
“They are a wonderful group of people to work with and for. They really do know how to let their hair down and have a good time.”
And that is what Deneane and her team gave them on a gorgeous Indiana summer weekend. Of course, the team wowed them all!!!
Deneane gave me an insight into what a team does and feels before their first “outside gig.” First she scoped the area out a few days
before the picnic. She found a decent clearing in the picnic perimeter. She was so honored that her boss even knew what disc dog
freestyle was, that he remembered she and her dogs could do it, that she even had dogs and that he actually invited her to be the
picnic’s entertainment. Standing before your co-workers hoping that the wind doesn’t pick-up, the dogs feel like catching flying discs
and the fear that you will go blank and forget your routine are all real concerns. Deneane was understandably nervous. But not to
worry. It all went beautifully and her co-workers put their hands together in rousing approval, making pens and pencils vigorously
jostle in their shirt pockets. After it was all over, a euphoric feeling of excitement, relief and the thought “man that was fun” came
over her. I think she and her team will be doing this again.
A decision to take your disc dog talents beyond competition can be a rewarding and immensely fun venture. It is a huge PR move for
the sport. You just might think about trying the idea on for size. But before you do, consider that you are representing the disc dog
community. So have a since of pride, watch your dogs carefully, be kind and courteous to them and your audience and don’t take
yourself too seriously. Good Luck and Go Have Fun!!!!
Patricia Daugherty
IDDC League Plays
Lets all escape to the country! Zionsville Country
Kennels is holding 2 league matches this Fall. This
facility is an outstanding dog training/doggie
daycare/veterinary hospital/bark park surrounded in
country charm. It has a fenced in area with excellent turf.
The owners, Jill and Dave, are very excited to have us
and are working hard to promote these matches.
http://www.zionsvillekennel.com/index.html
We will run at least 2 rounds of AAC Fetch followed by
freestyle. We will then have a short clinic on toss n fetch
and freestyle.
These events are FREE!
Dates:
September 18th
October 2nd
Registration 10:00am. Start 10:30am
For more info, go to our website. http://www.ddog.com/schedule.htm Click Information then Event
Schedule. Just click on any of those dates on the google
calendar for directions, links, etc.
Please keep checking our website for possible future
league play dates.
Rick Kimball, President
Indy Dog & Disc Club
Check us out: www.d-dog.com and Facebook
At the 2010 Bajuré Memorial Competition, Marshall Smith’s Big
Blue wins a Bevy of Hardware and HOWLS with DELIGHT. WOO
HOO YIPPEE KI YAY!!!!!
Photo by Dad
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Skyhoundz North Central Regionals
IDDC member realized two personal bests at 2010 Skyhoundz North Central Regional Competition
Mare Potts & Richocet “Shea”
A hot and humid weekend played out for the IDDC Skyhoundz Regional’s. This competition is a
Skyhoundz World qualifier. It commenced on Saturday, July 24th, in New Castle, IN. IDDC’s
president, Rick Kimball, was the hard working Event host. The weather hadn’t changed much
from the previous month’s competition, THE CLASSIC. Heat and humidity were the punk stars
of the day. This year Skyhoundz has introduced a new division for the Hyperflite Skyhoundz
World Competition. It is a Youth division for Freestyle Combined. The first and second place
qualifiers for this new division are Burton Tienken III & Belle and Rebecca Ridderhoff & Strider.
Congratulations to these two young groundbreaking winners. Congratulations also go to Mark
Gose. At this year’s Regionals, Mark reached two personal bests in his disc dog career. This year
he became the first IDDC member to qualify two different dogs in one year…Mya and Colt.
Mark is the only member to have qualified with 3 different dogs for Worlds over his impressive
disc dog career…Gretchen, Mya and Colt. This couldn’t have played out to a nicer and more
respected disc dog competitor. Mark is a prime example that you can always put your dog’s safety
first and still accomplish lofty goals. Mark wouldn’t hesitate to immediately pull his injured dog
from any routine regional or world class.
Unfortunately there isn’t enough space to properly thank the loyal volunteers that helped Rick
give us all a first class competition. It was a wicked weekend and these folks were there working
hard for us all. IDDC and her president say with much gratitude. “Thank you volunteers!”
At the end of the day Greg Million fired up his grill and he and his volunteers Curt Daugherty and
Jim Eggleston gave us a culinary feast of….burgers, hot dogs, roasted corn, potato salad, macaroni
salad, slaw, and baked beans. There was also watermelon, cookies and drinks. It really was
manna from heaven. No one had to go home and cook after a long hot day. All that food also got
our minds off the weather. Thanks Greg, Curt and Jim. You closed the day out in grand style.
On Sunday the 25th, many of us returned to finish competing. It extended the fun from the
previous day. And our punk interlopers, heat and humidity, were still hanging heavily around us.
The day was another round of fun with our dogs and our friends. The weekend concluded with
visions of cold showers and A/C dancing in our heads on the ride home. Results on Page 10.
Doug Levy & Yates
A Note: IDDC Merchandise Director Curt Daugherty actually sold two IDDC zippered hooded sweatshirts during this scorcher
competition weekend to some very smart shoppers. Good job Curt.
Photos by Marshall Smith
Patricia Daugherty
The Hyperflite Skyhoundz World Finals are September 25-26, 2010 in Chattanooga, TN
From The Nursery
In The News…
Indiana Dock Dog Club
president, Eric Williams, and
Patricia Daugherty at the
club’s first-ever meeting on
August 31st, at Greenwood
Gander Mtn Meeting Room.
This year’s puppy nursery is full. Here is
a list of the future champs of the disc dog
community and their “folks”.
5 mos. old Whippet christened Scoop aka “Two Scoops” –
“dog-parents” Heather and Nate Bednar
Indiana finally has a dock dog
club. Its on Facebook
4 mos. old Australian Shepherd christened Athena – “dog
parents” Julie and Freddie Dixon
5 mos. old Lab/Cattle Dog christened Bullitt – “dog parents”
Jeff & Christy Duff
STAY WELL WITH YOUR ANIMALS
Animals make us feel glad. But we’re talking about more than
feeling glad they are around. The animals we live with and
cherish can make us healthy and help us stay that way. You
may be surprised at just how many ways an animals
companionship can improve our health.
4 mos. old Australian Shepherd christened Bazooka aka “BonBon” – “dog parents” Matt& Megan Bilderback
Something to think about: Our dogs have fun whether they win or lose, do you?
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BLUEGRASS AREA DISC DOGS
AT KEENELAND
On September 5th the Bluegrass Area Disc Dogs (Baddogs) held their annual local canine championship
tournament. Baddog’s Marshall and Margaret Smith presided over the competition. This competition was
held at the Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, KY. It provided the competition with a beautiful backdrop of the race track grounds.
The Smith’s lovely daughter Sarah came into town to visit and help with the competition. It was such a pleasant surprise, (after eight
years) for this reporter to finally meet Sarah and I wasn’t disappointed.
For the first time this season the weather cooperated. It was a beautiful Indian summer day with a slight cool breeze wafting thru the
pop-up tents. Just enough breeze to stimulate the competitors and not be a huge challenge to the flying discs. However, the weather
did disappoint my Lab Rocky because it dictated fewer trips to the baby pool. Sometimes life can be sooo hard for a dog.
There was a very good turn out of anxious dogs and their handlers. Tom Williams & Emma beat out Mark Gose & Blaidden and Jeff
Duff & Sasha for first place in the Long Distance with a whopping 178.4 foot toss and catch….7.3 feet further than 2nd place!
Congratulations Tom and Emma! Monica & Tim Zimmer’s young son Zachary made his disc dog debut. He tied for 2nd place in the
Youth Division. Good job Zach!! It proved to be a wonderful day of play with fellow disc dog friends. At the end of the day that fact
made it a bittersweet parting because for many it will be the last gathering until next year’s disc dog season starts.
Marshall, Sarah and Margaret Smith
Marshall’s “Cool” Awards
Denise Thornton
RESULTS
Junior Toss & Catch
Freestyle (Peer Judging)
Long Distance
Greg Kinsel & Emma
Lilly Kinsel & Cooper
Zack Zimmer & Buster
Mark Gose & Mya
Jeff Duff & Jesse
Burt Tienken III and Belle
Tom Williams & Emma.........178.4 feet
Mark Gose & Blaidden ..........171.1 feet
Jeff Duff & Sasha ..................170.6 feet
Novice Toss & Catch
Pro Toss & Catch
Jordan Bybee & Indy
Ron Adcock & Ari
Jordan Bybee & Laci
Jeff Duff & Sasha
Mark Gose & Mya
Nathan Bass & Cinci
Zachary Zimmer
Rocky Report: The In-Home Security System is now OFF!
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The Bajuré Memorial
Disc Dog Competition
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Riley Park, Delphi, IN
The City of Delphi, IN along with Bill Marion, have hosted the Canine Cavalcade Disc Dog Competition in August for the past 16
years. Bajuré (pronounced Bay-jure-ray) Bill’s beloved 16 year old champion Border Collie, the team mate Bill started it all with,
sadly passed away September 21, 2009. In honor of his loyal team mate, Bill rechristened his Canine Cavalcade Competition the
Bajuré Memorial Competition.
Bill Marion is a colorful individual and long time disc dog veteran who has a big heart and a deep love for the game. He had a pivotal
part in introducing disc dogging to Indiana. Bill won 3rd place in D/A at the 2007 Skyhoundz World Canine Disc Championship
Competition in Atlanta, GA. He was also the recipient of the 2007 Skyhoundz Rising Star Award. Bill and Bajuré have a room full of
hardware and newspaper clippings attesting to their love of the game and their huge mark on the competitive angle of the disc dog
world. Over the years, many of Bill’s disc dog friends from Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Illinois have enjoyed this Event.
It’s pertinent to note that in the Elimination Event Sheridan Gilchrist (aka) “Deadeye Gilchrist” managed to toss the disc through the
hoop on the first of three tries in almost every round – most impressive. She and Bruno went on to win the Event. Diane Nicklas and
Ivy Rose gave Sheridan and Bruno a good run for their money. They were a formidable runner-up in this fun competition.
The Bajuré Memorial was a laid back, barrels-of-fun experience. Bill always takes a moment at the end of the day to remember those
dogs that have passed away since the last competition. He puts together a beautiful poem and the dogs’ picture and places it into a
frame for each person to take home. After the competition the fun was extended with a cookout compliments of the Marion family.
The caterers displayed a “table groaning with food!” Thank you Bill and your folks, Dick and Jean, great day!!!!!!
Results on Page 10
Photo by Marshall Smith
Patricia Daugherty
Animal Wellness
Labyrinthitis and Dizziness in Dogs
Diseases of the inner ear are characterized by labyrinthitis, or dizziness. The labyrinth is part of a complex organ of balance composed
of the semicircular canals, the utricle, and saccule. The labyrinth is like a gyroscope. Its purpose is to synchronize eye movements and
maintain posture, balance, and coordination. The most common cause of labyrinthitis is inner ear infection.
A dog with labyrinthitis will often assume an abnormal posture, with her head tilted down on the affected side. Dizziness, lack of
coordination, and loss of balance are evident. The dog circles and leans toward the affected side and may exhibit rapid jerking
movements of the eyeballs, a condition called nystagmus. Some dogs vomit.
Idiopathic vestibular syndrome is a disease of unknown cause that affects middle-aged and older dogs. It is the second most common
cause of labyrinthitis. The onset is sudden. The dizziness, staggering, and vomiting can be incapacitating. Vomiting may last for
several days, in which case the dog may require intravenous fluids. Signs peak in 24 hours, but some degree of imbalance persists for
three to six weeks. Recovery occurs in almost all cases. After recovery, some dogs experience a slight but permanent head tilt.
The prolonged administration of aminoglycoside and neomycin antibiotics can produce labyrinthitis, as well as deafness. Most ear
preparations are capable of causing labyrinthitis and ear damage if they make contact with the sensitive structures of the inner ear.
This is why the ears should never be flushed or medicated without first making sure that the eardrums are intact.
Other causes of labyrinthitis include head trauma, brain tumor, poisoning, and drug intoxication. Suspect one of these if your dog
develops labyrinthitis without having had a prior ear infection.
Treatment: The underlying cause must be diagnosed and treated. Supportive care and medications to relieve the symptoms assist in
recovery
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The Lapeer Days 2010 Festival in Lapeer, Michigan is an old (since 1902), and very popular hometown late summer celebration. It
was held this year on August 21st. Scott and Deanna Jones c Dogs of Michigan, along with the invaluable help of Tina and Sam
Richards, do an excellent job hosting many well run disc dog competitions throughout the year in their beautiful state of Michigan.
This year was the 3rd year for Disc Dogs of Michigan to host the Annual Lapeer Days Festival’s Disc Dog Competition. The
competition boasted 60 teams strong. This is DOMM’s largest turnout to date. This reporter knows first hand how much fun it is to
take in one of their competitions!!!!! There are times (and this was one of them) when Deanna lent her creative talents to the awards.
She even took time to personalize them. One of her totally cool awards now takes front stage in Rocky’s hardware collection.
Patricia Daugherty
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Results
Freestyle
Pro T/F
Novice T/F
Junior T/F
1..... Ricky Savage & Darla
2..... Chip Baker & Seeker
3..... Deneane Hart & Ares
4..... Christine Eagle & Meeka
1..... Chip Baker & Seeker
2..... Rick Savage & Darla
3..... Scott Morrison & Ellie Mae
4..... Ted Barber & Andy
1 .....Kate Dumity & Ruckus
2 .....Chip Beam & Buster
3 .....Sue Kotlarek & Jazz
4 .....Pat Daugherty & Rocky
1 .....Emma Eagle & Ellie Mae
2 .....Brady Wheeler & Andy
3 .....Dylan Good & Sassy
4 .....Emma Eagle & Brinks
Indy Dog & Disc Club’s Performance Team
Spycam
Bruno says: “Oh fiddle-lee-dee, my freakin’ hat fell off!!”
“Most drivers don’t realize that a dog moving around
inside a vehicle or sitting on someone’s lap can injure
or kill occupants during a crash, particularly if air bags
deploy” says Beth Mosher, spokeswoman for AAA of
Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin.
Herding Info: Honey Creek Farms
http://www.stockdoguniversity.com/
Basic Throwing Techniques Video
Indy Dog & Disc Club: www.d-dog.com
Jack, is anybody looking?
(Click multimedia tab)
Everybody Mom!
Photos by Marshall Smith
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EVENT RESULTS
The Indiana Disc Dog Classic
UFO Major
Open Overall
1 Nate Bednar & Marcy
2 Tracy Custer & Courage
3 Danny Eggleston & Guinan
Open Freestyle
1 Andrew Han & Solar
2 Matt Bilderback & Bella
3 Danny Eggleston & Guinan
Open Throw & Catch
1 Mark Vitullo & Lulu
2 Scott Jones & Bolaero
3 Tracy Custer & Courage
Inter. Throw & Catch
1 Brett Kemerly & Maddie
2 Debbie Gravitt & ESPN
3 Deanna Jones & Tahoe
Novice Throw & Catch
1 Thomas Getty & Tessa
2 Diane Getty & Tessa
3 Brett Kemerly & Leila
Distance-Men's Pro
1 Matt Bilderback & Buddy
2 Nate Bednar & Marcy
3 Nate Bednar & Rizzo
Distance-Men's Novice
1 Scott Jones & Reno
2 Scott Jones & Bolaero
3 Tom Williams & Cooper
Distance-Women's Pro
1 Danielle O’Neill & Zeek
2 Deneane Hart & Ares
3 Denise Thornton & Colt
Distance-Women's Novice
1 Christy Duff & Sasha
2 Debby Gravitt & ESPN
3 Christy Duff & Crash
Pro Throw & Catch
1 Tracy Custer & Chill
2 Scott Jones & Bolaero
3 Mark Gose & Colt
Inter. Throw & Catch
1 Deanna Jones & Bolaero
2 Debby Gravitt & ESPN
3 Diane Nicklas & Ivy Rose
Novice Throw & Catch
1 Michael Roeder & Zoe
2 Kate Dumity & Ruckus
3 Paul Murray & Izzy
Junior Throw & Catch
1 Kyle Rombach & Luna
Indy Jam
Pro Freestyle
1 Andrew Han & Solar
2 Christina Curtis & Jack
3 Chandler Curtis & Fury
Inter. Freestyle
1 Heather Bednar & Flick
2 Christy Duff & Crash
3 Freddie Dixon & Crash
Novice Freestyle
1 Debbie Gravitt & ESPN
2 Julie Dixon & Smoke
The Bajuré Memorial
Top Dog (Freestyle & T/C Combined)
Distance
1 Mark Goes & Mya
2 Rick Kimball & Dugan
3 Sheridan Gilchrist & Bruno
Male
- Mark Goes & Colt
Female - Diane Nicklaus & Ivy Rose
Elimination (Toss & Catch thru a hoop)
Novice Toss N Catch
Male
- Marshall Smith & Big Blue
Female - Sheridan Gilchrist & Bruno
1 Curt Daugherty & Rocky
2 Pat Daugherty & Rocky
3 Diana O'Brien & Curly
Senior Dog (Toss N Catch)
1 Mary Jo Corso & Murphy Brown
2 Bill Marion & Star
Pro Toss N Catch
1 Marshall Smith & Big Blue
2 Mary Jo Corso & Dugan
3 Mark Goes & Colt
Katie Jones Keeping It Fun Award
Rocky Daugherty
Speed (Time Trial)
Accuracy (Disc catch inside a circle)
Male
- Marshall Smith & Big Blue
Female - Mary Jo Corso & Dreamer
Male
- Bill Marion & Sweeter
Female - Diana Osborne & Carly
2010 Skyhoundz North Central Regionals
Expert Division Freestyle
Expert Division D/A
1 Chandler Curtis & Loco
2 Nate Bednar & Marcy
3 Mark Gose & Mya
1 Mark Vitullo & Lulu
2 Mark Gose & Colt
3 Scott Jones & Bolaero
Masters Division Freestyle
Masters Division D/A
1 Mare Potts & Richocet
2 Chip Baker & Wyatt
Novice Division Freestyle
1 Debbie Gravitt & ESPN
2 Doug Levy & Yates
3 Sharon Galema & Cliffy
Youth Division Freestyle
1 Burt Tienken III & Belle
2 Rebecca Ridderhoff & Strider
3 Jordan Bybee & Indy
Micro Dog Division Freestyle
1 Chandler Curtis & Fury
2 Gary Boggs & Duchess
3 Deneane Hart & Ares
Pairs Division Freestyle
1 Jeff & Jackie Sheetz & Towser
2 Jeff & Christy Duff & Jesse
1 Mare Potts & Richocet
2 Chip Baker & Wyatt
Novice Division D/A
1 Doug Levy & Yates
2 Gil Jones & Satin
3 Curt Daugherty & Rocky
Youth Division D/A
1 McKenzie Ives & Niniane
2 Jillian Hernandez & Bruno
Team Division D/A
1 Randy & Cheryl Ives & Buzzard
2 Randy & Cheryl Ives & Niniane
3 Nate & Heather Bednar & Rizzo
Expert Division Time Trial
1 Scott Jones & Bolaero
2 Deneane Hart & Aison
3 Chip Baker & Crash
Masters Division Time Trial
1 Cheryl Ives & Morgana
2 Mare Potts & Richocet
3 Chip Baker & Wyatt
Novice Division Time Trial
1 Curt Daugherty & Rocky
2 Sheridan Gilchrist & Bruno
3 Deanna Jones & Tahoe
Youth Division Time Trial
1 Jillian Hernandez & Bruno
Team Division Time Trial
1 Randy & Cheryl Ives & Niniane
2 Randy & Cheryl Ives & Buzzard
3 Deneane Hart & Chip Baker & Ares
Men’s Extreme Distance
1 Chip Baker & Seeker – Total 126.0’
2 Jeff Sheets & Towser – Total 118.5’
3 Ron King & Bruno
– Total 115.5’
Women’s Extreme Distance
1 Deneane Hart & Aison – Total 97.5’
2 Deneane Hart & Ares – Total 96.0’
3 Christina Curtis & Nitro – Total 94.5’
Qualified for the 2010 Hyperflite
Skyhoundz World Championship
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Tracy Says:
That’s
All
Folks!
Photos by Marshall Smith
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